2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 162 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tucson | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
